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Telling the story of Cascade Christian Schools where we’re dedicated to developing discerning leaders...
Inside Connections... Class of 2010 Commencement: Eighty-six graduates celebrate the completion of their high school years. pages 2-3
2009-2010 Don Johnson Superintendent of Schools Tim Kleefeld, CPA Director of Business and Finance Gail Mehrer Director of Early Education Shawn Manley Director of Development Naomi Warren Director of Marketing and Admissions Glenna Frederick, Ed.D Director of Curricular and Professional Development Paige Wescott International Program Director Junior High & High School Terry Broberg, Principal Frederickson Elementary Mary Severeid, Principal
No Minimum Age: Preschool students demonstrate their growth in Christ. page 7
Puyallup Elementary Joyce Blum, Principal Tacoma Elementary Bonita Cheshier, Principal Frederickson ECC Jennifer Mahlum, Director Puyallup ECC Ruth Williams, Director Tacoma ECC Karen Curtiss, Director
Alumni Point-of-View: Alumni Hillary Tayett shares her experiences after high school pages 14-15
On the Cover: Valedictorian Jeff Bishop challenges the Class of 2010 Cascade Christian Schools Notice of Nondiscriminatory Policy as to Students Cascade Christian Schools admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.
The Chronicle is a publication of Cascade Christian Schools, an interdenominational school district in Pierce County, Washington. For more information about Cascade Christian Schools, go to www.cascadechristian.org, or call the District Office at 253-841-1776. For Development/Business Partner information ask for Shawn Manley; for Admissions/Marketing information ask for Naomi Warren; ask for Susan Pierce if you have story ideas for the Chronicle.
Superintendent’s Message:
Our Core Purpose: Transforming cultures through teaching and training people in their purpose before God.
A place where individuals grow in Christ... This edition of the Cascade Chronicle highlights spiritual formation, focusing on how we as individuals are responsible to grow in Christ, helping others and contributing to an environment where others can grow in Christ, as well.
Our Mission:
To glorify God by providing quality, Christ-centered education dedicated to developing discerning leaders who are spiritually, personally, and academically prepared to impact their world.
At Cascade Christian Schools, we are privileged to model for our students our distinctive of a vibrant walk with Christ, helping them to mature spiritually in their personal walk with Him. We see evidence of students “getting it” at every developmental level, with a look at what it means for Early Education students to grow in Christ, and Sixth Grade Camp students under the leadership of high school students, who are passing forward the lessons they have received. This spring we have also provided an environment where our administrators, teachers and staff from early education through high school and the district office, have had the opportunity to grow in Christ, as well, through an emphasis on Maximum IMPACT training. Seventy-two individuals have participated since February. Team Maximum IMPACT training has taken place, as well, with
Where we are: www.cascadechristian.org
District Office 815 21st Street SE Puyallup,WA 98372 253-841-1776 ••• Junior High and High School 811 21st Street SE Puyallup,WA 98372 253-445-9706 ••• Puyallup Elementary 601 9th Avenue SE Puyallup,WA 98372 253-841-2091 ••• Puyallup Early Childhood Center 1818 S Meridian Puyallup,WA 98371 253-848-7165 ••• Frederickson Elementary and ECC 3425 176th Street E Tacoma,WA 98445 253-537-9339 Elementary 253-537-5195 ECC ••• Tacoma Elementary and ECC 1819 E 72nd Street Tacoma,WA 98404 253-473-0590
Sixth Grade Camp, Elementary, Early Education, and Junior High/High School administrative teams practicing their team skills. Maximum IMPACT training, individually and in teams, will continue next year. Commencement for our High School class of 2010, and promotions from kindergarten, sixth grade, and eighth grade have all happened in recent weeks. What a delight to see our young people stepping into the future God has for them, advancing His Kingdom!
Don Johnson,
Superintendent of Schools
2010-2011 Spiritual Theme Preview...
IMPACT:
Living on Purpose Choosing God’s Way Romans 8:28
Class of 2010 CCHS Class of 2010 celebrated the completion of high school with commencement on June 4 at Champions’ Centre. Eighty-four graduates, the largest CCHS graduating class to date, laughed at memories, gave thanks to parents and family members, and gave glory to God for their many accomplishments.
Left: Class of 2010 Commencement speakers: Valedictorian Charlie Johnson , Salutatorian Se Pyo, Valedictorian Greg Bishop Bottom left: Superintendent Don Johnson presented diplomas and Principal Terry Broberg congratulated each of the graduates. Below: Graduate Jon Hanes and parents Jonathan and Deborah Hanes following the ceremony. Right: Graduates Louisa Taylor and Esprit Hillstrom Far right: Graduates Matt Hubbard,Trevor Horn, Jarren Horton, Courtney Hollandsworth, and Marcus Hinkle before the ceremony Below right:The senior class started their year with a retreat at Lake Retreat.
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Class Facts: 84 Graduates (largest CCHS class to date) 737 combined years in Christian Schools (K-12 only, does not include preschool) 8.5 years average in Christian schools per student 7 with a 4.0 GPA or above (Highest Honors)
Class of 2010 Schools of Choice: Azusa Pacific University, Bellevue CC, Calvary Chapel Bible College, Carroll College, Central Washington University, Concordia University, George Fox University, Green River CC, Hellenic College, Highline CC, Johnson C. Smith University, Loyola University New Orleans, Ministry Institute, New Mexico Military Institute, New York University, Northwest University, Orange Coast College, Pacific Lutheran University, Pennsylvania State University, Pierce College, Point Loma Nazarene University, Portland State University, Purdue University, Rocky Mountain College, Seattle Pacific University, Seattle University, State University of New York-Binghamton, University of Arizona, University of Puget Sound, University of Washington, Walla Walla University, Washington State University, Western Washington University, Whitworth University
“Look at the happy face of your child today. All of your efforts were not in vain. They were worthwhile and highly appreciated.” Se Jung Pyo
“Make the most out of your college experience. Keep your faith, no matter what anyone will say. Question with boldness. Hold to the truth. Speak without fear.” Greg Bishop
18 with a 3.66-3.99 GPA (High Honors) 39 with a 3.0-3.65 GPA (Honors) Total Class Grade Point Average is 3.47 95% (80 Students) planning to attend higher education institutions in the fall 28 Students received potential scholarships and grants offered toward college tuition totaling approximately. $1,897,488.00 over the next four years. (This is money that does not need to be repaid!)
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Helping I My School Grow in Christ:
By Jeremy Kidd, CCHS Junior
had tons of fun and made real friends with the kids at sixth grade camp. The whole experience helped me grow as a leader and as a person. Before camp even started, writing the devotional took me hours, and I went through quite a bit of self-discovery and revelation from God while writing my message.
Experiencing sixth grade camp isn’t just about the sixth-graders. As a Camp Leader, Junior Jeremy Kidd discovers, leadership and growth can happen at any time...day or night.
One event in particular comes to mind. On the second night of camp, the kids were enjoying the time and talking loudly with each other. I had told them they could stay up, if they kept fairly quiet, because it was the last night of camp. However, it became apparent, around 11:30 p.m., that a couple of the kids didn’t want to stay up. Some were tired and wanted to sleep. Slowly, anger set in. It started with the kids telling one another to “Shut up!” and went all the way to calling each other idiots, morons, and other hurtful names. As kids took the insults further and further, I became upset. I was angry that these children of God, who had just been through Nate Corley’s chapel about treating each other right, were acting like the other person was their enemy, the bane of their existence, the one they hated. Finally, in a step of faith that God would give me the words to say and the authority to command their sincere attention, I came out of my room. As I entered the main room, in the dark, one of the kids said, “Counselor’s
coming,” and shushed his cabin mates. Another kid cheerfully said “He’s about to say something funny!” Immediately, I responded, “No, I’m not going to say something funny. I’m going to say something serious, and you are all going to be quiet and listen.” The cabin went silent, and I found hope in the fact that these kids were respecting me. I told them how disappointed I was, explaining to them that we had just been through a chapel about treating each other like God’s treasured creation, and they were treating each other like dirt. I told them this is when the devil attacks: when we’re tired, and annoyed with one another. One kid in the background, calmly said “Amen.” I continued, “Now the first thing we’re gonna do,” I said, “is anyone who has insulted anyone else in this cabin is going to apologize to them, by name, right now.” Immediately, the cabin erupted with what sounded like sincere apologies with specific names attached to them. They didn’t sound like kids who were being forced to apologize. In that cabin, the kids sounded like understanding, genuinely apologetic children of God. I was moved by this, and continued, already happy with their respectful and sincere response. “Next, everyone who’s been apologized to, forgive. This is in the past now, and we’re all gonna let it go.” Every kid forgave, out loud. I finished by telling them that some kids were obviously tired, and we were going to let them go to sleep now by being silent and sleeping ourselves. We would do this out of respect for them, our brothers, and God’s children. Then, I returned to my room and said “I apologize if I was too harsh.” The cabin immediately responded with unanimous statements of “Not at all,” and “No, you’re fine.” Finally, I went to bed, and I didn’t hear another sound the entire night; nor was there any animosity between the kids, or toward me, in the morning.
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My first and most treasured goal in life is to make an impression, for Christ, in people’s lives before I leave for home; so, it was amazing to be a part of those kids’ spiritual growth. It’s also great to know the story can touch other people.C
Leading for positive influence... A time to pray... Prayer is important, especially in times of transition. This school year, several high school students followed God’s call, and took the initiative and the extra time to gather their classmates together to worship and pray.
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nowing what to do and doing it are two different things. When Jonathan Sweet and friends decided to follow God’s leading and pray for their school, they didn’t know where it would take them. They just knew they needed to obey. By Jon Sweet and Maleah Gregg Jon: So... there was a group of guys: Nick Price,
Derek Simpson, Travis VanDyke, Jacob Roth, and myself that came together one night after church. I had felt convicted, and stood up to say that we need to do what God has called us to do in our school because we have never acted on the calling. We all have gone to Cascade Christian for a long time but never obeyed God. So with that, towards the end of the year or so Jacob Roth and I decided to go talk to Mr. Broberg to see if we could help him in any way. We decided to start a worship service before school on Tuesday mornings so kids could have more opportunities to seek Jesus and be in a place of freedom to worship. Travis and Maleah led the worship for us. It was a time to reflect and pray, a time to go before God and fully submit to Jesus everything. It was always so encouraging and I left feeling so amped! People
really enjoyed it – students and administrators. They were getting really touched by Jesus and feeling the tug of the Spirit on their hearts!
staff are also hungry for a spiritual change. If we keep praying for the rain, it’s going to come; our job is to prepare for it.
There is a group following in our footsteps. They have the same vision for their class. It is so epic to see that legacy occurring, and seeing the move of God in the works - to the point where God put on my heart that Cascade is going to be absolutely rocked next year by the Spirit of the Living God. I believe everyone will be touched by Jesus in the 2010-2011 year. Jacob, Nick, and Travis have already started planning for next year and putting the puzzle pieces together. This Tuesday morning worship started a lot of ministry in the school, and God has a lot more in the works!
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Maleah: This past school year was my first
year attending Cascade Christian. Part-way through this last school year, a couple of kids from my class came to me and asked if I would be interested in participating in worship and prayer on Tuesday mornings before school. I was already involved in the worship team for chapel and thought this would provide me and the others in the high school an opportunity to better our relationship with the Lord. Travis VanDyke and I took on the role of “worship team” for Tuesday mornings; Travis played the electric guitar and I would play piano and sing. On average, we had about fifteen students show up in the mornings. I would sing worship songs and would also sing prophetically over the school, the student’s lives, and over the body of Christ. Sometimes other students would come pray at the microphone. Each morning was a sweet time… I can’t wait to do it next year! I believe that Jesus is going to do something big in the school this next year. So many of the students are hungry for a spiritual change, but haven’t known how to bring it about. I have had conversations with Mr. Broberg about his heart for the school and he has told me many of the
“And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to His purpose.” Romans 8:28 (NAS)
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Minimum Age Not Required: Even the youngest know that
“One day the children were getting ready to go outside and everyone was putting on their jackets. One of the children, Ahndrea, was having a difficult time and wanted to cry. Her friend, Zadie asked, “Can I help you?” and Ahndrea answered, “Yes.” Zadie helped her and they both went outside, smiling and happy!
God loves them, and that it’s
~ Miss Pilar, 3’s Lead Teacher
right to love God and care for
“Tristan pinched his finger in a drawer and came to show me. I talked with him to find out what happened and gave some good old TLC. Madison was standing there listening and said, “Tristan, I will pray for you.” The two bowed their heads and Madison asked God to heal Tristan’s finger and thanked God for her friend. The two went off to play, leaving it all to God.”
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ust because they’re young, doesn’t mean Cascade Christian Early Learning Centers’ children aren’t growing in Christ. Each day, students are hearing about how God loves them and their classmates, and how they can be leaders amongst their peers. Recently, the Tacoma Early Learning Center staff took note of some of the instances that portrayed the lessons being learned by our youngest CCS students. Here are a few of those stories:
- Mrs. Morrison, PreK Lead Teacher
“One day when the children had come back into the class from lunch, I praised Madison and Amaya for setting a good example by sitting right down on the carpet for circle time. Soon all the children followed their example and I told them all how happy their good choices made me. Then Mason said, ‘Miss Carla, it makes God happy too, when we listen and obey!’” - Miss Carla, 3’s/4’s Lead Teacher
...with God’s purpose in mind. All-District Open House for Prospective Families August 17 3-7 p.m. all five locations •••
Invite Your Friends!
Remind them that NOW is the time to consider a quality, Christ-centered education that will benefit their children for years to come. (And don’t forget you can earn a $200 tuition credit when you refer a friend who enrolls at Cascade Christian Schools. See web site for details)
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Growing in Christ, developing as leaders: Following three quarters of Bible
lead. This is vital to our growth in Christ and our understanding of who He is. Jesus demonstrated humility in a myriad of ways – most notably by making himself nothing and taking on the very nature of man; being obedient even to the point of death (Phil. 2:111). He also demonstrated this through the washing of the disciples’ feet (John 13:1-17). The students learned that this is a difficult concept to grasp, but once we do, we can be quite effective in leading others.
class each school year (with the
E: Engaging for Impact.
Bible being integrated into all regular
It’s really about engaging the culture for transformation. To truly be effective in this area, we must walk with integrity, live joyfully, and have great faith. Again, Jesus is truly the great example of this. His grace and love have transformed the world, and because of Him, we have been given a commission to continue this endeavor of transformation throughout the world.
class work, as well), fourth quarter is dedicated to Leadership Training at Cascade Christian Junior High. By Josh Johnson (Leadership Instructor and CCHS Class of ‘97 alum)
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he question is asked: how do students grow in Christ within the context of school? While all of the faculty works toward this goal on a regular basis, much of it is encapsulated in what is done in the CCJH leadership program. The 8th grade students this year learned the HEART model of a leader; a model that demonstrates what it takes to be a true leader and what is modeled by Jesus. Here is some of what they learned:
We are not the ones that transform others. A great leader recognizes that it isn’t what they do that will transform the world, but it is what they do through Jesus. In class, the 8th grade students had a powerful discussion about the confluence of worldviews in our society and how viewing life and living life through a biblical worldview can influence people’s values and behaviors and eventually change the culture.
H: Humble for Service.
A: Accountable for Excellence.
A true leader is able to humble themselves and serve the people that they
Cascade Christian Schools’ definition of excellence is: a sustained, dedicated pursuit of your God-given potential. In Junior High leadership, we talk about how to take the generality of impacting the world and make it into a specific module of impact and making the leader a conduit; a vessel of impact. God has implanted in us specific giftings and passions to be used by Him to have a huge impact. In 7th grade leadership, the students start to take gifting tests to realize what their spiritual
gifting is and how that can be used within the context of what they are passionate about. The 8th grade students this year took their giftings and passions and wrote out an impact statement that is specific to what they are passionate about and the gifts that they have. They also wrote down big and small goals to help them reach their potential.
R: Relational for Unity. Relationships are a vital component to a leader’s effectiveness. Whether it be the friendships that are cultivated in Junior High, or the long-lasting connections and sustainable relationships of adult life, it’s important to realize that together we can do exponentially more than we can alone. Ephesians 4 talks about unity in the body of Christ, how without one part we are incomplete. The students learned there is something powerful that happens when we work together, and that a great leader realizes that collaboration is an effective tool for accomplishing goals.
T: Truth for Discernment. There is a difference between honesty and truth. Truth tells the whole story, honesty just tells one side. Great leaders know the difference between truth and honesty and decide to live in truth. Jesus said, “I am the way, the truth and the life…” (John 14:6). If Jesus is the truth, and to be a great leader we must live in truth, then we must live in Jesus. We must not just stand on the Bible for truth, we must be consumed by the Word; it must cover and encase us in the truth and every step we take must be truthful. In Junior High leadership, the students learned what it takes to become a great leader and what it takes to truly grow up in Christ. They learned that a great leader will surround themselves with wise people. Wisdom is an important trait when it comes to being an effective leader. They have been given the tools for an effective and transformative life lived in truth. It is up to them to decide to use those tools or to let them sit idle in the shed. I believe that the Lord will enable them to wield the tools they’ve been given to great effect.C
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Helping Others Grow in Christ: Faculty member Dennis Clevenger retires after twelve years at CCHS, amidst shows of love and appreciation from students, co-workers and alumni. Many of the graduating seniors listed Mr. Clevenger as their favorite teacher.
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ennis Clevenger was hired at Cascade Christian Schools in September of 1998. Most recently, he has been teaching Economics, AP US History, and American Government, and feels that there is much to learn from history. He was recently selected by Princess Mandy Barton to represent CCHS as her 2010 Daffodil Festival Teacher of the Year. A popular and passionate teacher, here’s what some of his students had to say: Mr. Clevenger has “given our class godly advice on how to lead our lives. He is always patient and good humored. He is very dedicated.”
••• “He has inspired in me a new love for the country and has helped me to know how to look at different topics. He has also always had a high moral and Christian standard.”
••• “He taught about current events and shed a biblical light on everything he taught. He has firm beliefs and is unwavering once he has made up his mind about what is right and wrong.”
••• “I have had Mr. Clevenger for AP US History and American Government. He has not only gotten me interested in these subjects, but kept me engaged in both of his classes. He explains things in such a way that seamlessly integrates his Christian
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worldview, and he supplements our materials with current events and interesting facts of all kinds! It’s been my privilege to have him as a teacher for two years now.”
••• “He has taught me so much and has challenged me more than any teacher I have ever had.”
••• “Mr. Clevenger is my favorite teacher at CCS because of his wisdom, discernment, and willingness to help. He showed me to always look deeper into any situation, and to be a discerning leader.”
••• Principal Terry Broberg said: “Over the years I have worked with a number of teachers. One of the things that really sets Denny Clevenger apart is the admiration his students have for him. Repeatedly, alumni have come back to school to talk with him and say hello. He has left a great legacy.”C
Impacting others through giving: Instead of hanging their used Homecoming and JSB dresses in the closet, CCHS FBLA students pass their blessings on to others.
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t was close to JSB, and some of the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) club members were feeling blessed to be able to go out and buy a dress and really not have to worry much about budget. Then they started asking themselves how girls of less income could afford to go to the dances and special occasions. As they researched options, senior Esprit Hillstrom, CCHS FBLA President, found the The Ruby Room. Over the course of the next month, they collected thirty dresses, a wedding gown, six pairs of shoes, and several purses. The items were taken to the Ruby Room store and put into their inventory. The girls that go must make an appointment and show official school or government papers that they are in need. Once approved, they get to try on dresses and be treated as a special guest. The dress they choose is theirs to keep. Besides those from the club members, there were other donations. Cynthia Hickok (parent of four CCS alumni), read about it on Facebook and dropped off three of Analisa’s (class of ‘06) dresses. It was special for them to know her dresses would bless someone in need.C www.rubyroomseattle.org
In Memoriam...
Lynn William Horn (1960-2010)
“Once a Cougar, Always a Cougar”
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ynn William Horn passed away on June 21 after a short illness. Husband of Joan, and father of Trevor and Troy, Lynn made a positive impact on his family, as well as the community around him. A graduate of Clover Park High School and Washington State University, Lynn was a talented landscape designer, and an active member of several community organizations. In 2006, Lynn and Joan enrolled son Trevor Horn (class of ‘10) at Cascade Christian Schools. Son Troy will be a junior next year. Cougar Football Coach Randy Davis remembers, “He approached me during one of our weight lifting sessions, saying that he had enrolled his boy in CCHS and was interested in helping coach the football team. We really did not have any openings, but after talking to him at length, it was apparent that he was a dedicated Christian man, and he was persistent. So, I agreed and he joined our staff.” Coach Horn was special teams coach for the first two years, and JV coach for the next two. “During this time, I became impressed with him as a husband, and as a father,” said Coach Davis. “As a coach, he was a role model to our young men, and embodied the type of man we are trying to build in Cougar Football. I will miss his smiling face and his upbeat attitude. I will miss my friend.”
an incredible parent,” she said. “My boys were blessed to have him as a coach and we were fortunate to be next to him in the bleachers at baseball. He never sat down at the baseball games, he was always taking pictures of our boys (see below, and page 12), capturing the moments of their lives. He had such a heart for the kids and always put others first.”C
Parent Deanna Johnson also appreciates Coach Horn’s impact on the life of those around him. “Lynn Horn was an amazing coach and
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Beauty and the Beast: Tacoma Elementary students learn about working together, helping each other, and that real beauty resides on the inside...
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reparing for a dramatic production that includes the entire student body is no small task. At Cascade Christian Schools, making sure that production aligns with the goals and purposes set out for the school year adds to the process, but enhances the value in ways that the audience doesn’t necessarily see. Drama teacher and Director Denise Sievers, along with Principal Bonita Cheshier, talked about the behind-the-scenes lessons and value “Beauty and the Beast” produced in 2010.
Denise Sievers: “First of all, we talked a lot about how our beauty is truly found from within us, not on the outside, which is where ALL of us look first. That’s exactly how God wants us to live our lives... looking at the inside of someone and see who they really are. The kids had lots of opportunities this year to learn that truth... and I myself did, as well. When choosing students for roles, sometimes feelings get hurt, and I really had to spend time later hearing what there hearts were saying and discerning what
was driving their hurts. This was probably one of the most difficult musicals we’ve done, but it was the most rewarding one as well. By the time performance came, the kids worked together as one unit and so did the parents...just as Christ asks us to do. I was so proud and thankful to my Lord and Savior by the time we were done, I could have performed it over and over again!”
Bonita Cheshier: “Presenting the production created great unity within our parent and student population as they were creating costumes, practicing acting, choreography, and building sets. People gave endless hours, faithfully serving one another and fulfilling needs. Students grew in their understanding and development of their God-given talents and encouraged one another in those gifts. We saw older students working with younger ones and younger ones cheering on the older students. We worked towards the goal of an excellent performance that blessed our community.” C
A Banner Year for CCHS Athletics: Hard work and dedication to excellence, together with teamwork and experience, create the opportunity for Cougar Athletics to bring home plenty of hardware for the 2009-2010 school year. Cheer Cross Country Football Girls’ Soccer Boys’ Tennis
WIAA State Small Squad Champions Nisqually League Sportsmanship Award WIAA 1A State 2nd Place finish Nisqually League Sportsmanship Award WIAA 1A State 3rd Place finish Individual Singles State Champion: Nathan Anderson
Volleyball Boys’ Basketball Wrestling Girls’ Golf
Nisqually League Sportsmanship Award WIAA 1A State Champions WIAA 1A State Academic Champions WIAA 1A State Champions WIAA 1A State 3rd Place finish: Alex Howells
Boys’ Track Boys’ Soccer Baseball
WIAA 1A State 3rd Place finish Nisqually League Sportsmanship Award WIAA 1A State 5th Place finish
Top right: Alexa Howells and Kadyn Coltom display their WIAA 1A Girls’ State Championship trophy. Right: Coach Katie Miller and the boys’ track team stop to enjoy their 3rd place finish at the State Track championships. (Boys, L to R: Jacob LeFrancois, Cameron Tunstall, Spencer Ramos, Ryan Pike) Bottom right:The HS Boys Baseball team celebrates a win on the way to tying for 5th in State - their best finish to date. Below: Nathan Anderson brought home an individual State Championship, as well as a 3rd place team trophy.
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Alumni Updates: With the Class of 2010, CCHS Alumni totals have reached 888. Here’s a small slice of what they’re up to: Class of 1996 Dianna (Arneberg) Suarez has been married to husband Jeff for almost eleven years. They have three children: Jackson is 8, Cora is 6, and Bennett is 3. Dianna graduated from SPU in 2001 with a degree in business management. She also designs, makes, and sells children’s clothing: www. coralouiseboutique.etsy.com. They live in Puyallup and attend Puyallup Foursquare Church.
Class of 1999 Matt Rody and his wife Stacy welcomed baby girl Samantha Jean Rody on May 14 at 3:12 a.m. She weighed 6 lbs., 10 oz. and was 20 inches long. She is definitely healthy and doing well. Troy Aynes married Lyndsie Hansen on July 4, 2009. He is a field representative for Techtronic Industries, owner of Milwaukee, Ridgid and Ryobi power tools. He is also assisting in the launch of Pro-Fit Carry Systems, the leading innovator of modular tool carry platforms and accessories, all while working on his Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design at the International Academy of Design & Technology. He and Lyndsie live in Lakeland Hills and attend Puyallup Foursquare Church. Scott & Rachel (Hagen) Morton have been married for eight years. They have two daughters, Gracie is 3, and new baby, Danica. The couple resides in Prosser, Washington.
Class of 2000 Melinda (Rienstra) King has been
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married to her husband Dennis for almost four years, and is expecting a baby girl this July. She and her husband own and operate Tiffany’s Skate Inn. Angela Moberg recently completed coursework for the Master’s in Sports Administration from the University of Northern Colorado. She is moving to Spokane in July to take an intern position with the Great Northwest Athletic Conference (NCAA D-II). Prior to grad school, she worked in the athletic department at Corban College in Salem, Oregon. Angela has coached volleyball for the past eight years at the high school, club, and collegiate levels, most recently assisting at the University of Northern Colorado. The team won the Big Sky conference title this year and earned a spot in the NCAA D-I national championships, playing a great match but losing to the University of Washington in the first round. Winston McMahon married his bride, Jemima, in August of 2009. He is attending the University of Washington and the couple resides in Seattle. Rachel (Taft) Berry has three daughters: Haylee, Cailin and Emily, and is pursuing a nursing degree at TCC. She married her husband Dan two years ago, and they “have their own little slice of heaven in Puyallup on the river and enjoy the days fishing and being outdoors!”
Class of 2001 Young Kim married in August 2008 and has a son who is getting ready to turn one. She is currently living in Korea, and planning to move back to the States to finish her thesis and complete her S.J.D. (Doctorate of Juridical Science).
Jeff Marsh married Alise Johnson (Class of ‘05) He works at Puyallup Foursquare Church and owns a photography business. Joshua Hamish Whiteman and wife Jennifer welcomed daughter Madeline Elizabeth Whiteman on February 28 in Colorado Springs. Madeline was 6 lbs., 10 oz. Nathan Keith and his wife welcomed baby Wyatt James Keith on Monday, May 24 at 3:17 a.m. Wyatt was three weeks early, but still a healthy little boy at 7 lbs., 3 oz. and 20 inches long. Nathan says, “Both Christine and I are very happy to be blessed with this precious gift from God.”
Class of 2002 Mark Rody married Keri in 2006. They are expecting baby Annalise in July. They have been helping with a church plant in Frederickson called Whitewater Church and “have been having an amazing journey with that and how God has been guiding us!” They own a house in North Tacoma. Mark and his dad and brother all work together in a small company called MKM Legacy LLC, doing new and remodel housing. Briana (Lerew) Morgan graduated from SPU in June 2007 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. In June 2007, she married Josiah Morgan. Briana has been working at Tacoma General Hospital in Labor and Delivery for the last two years. She and her husband welcomed their first child, Claire Sophia Morgan, in January of this year.
Class of 2003 John (J.D.) Weitzel married Katherine Buri on January 1, 2009. He graduated from WSU in May with his Bachelor of Science in Psychology. His wife graduated with her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from WSU in May, as well. The couple plans to move to Colorado Springs, Colorado. John says, “I will most likely end up working with youth and their families to try to create more cohesive and successful relationships.” continued on page 17
Alumni Point-of-View: by Hillary Tayet, Class of ‘02 “The Spirit of the Sovereign LORD is upon me, for the LORD has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to comfort the brokenhearted and to proclaim that captives will be released and prisoners will be freed. ...He will give a crown of beauty for ashes, a joyous blessing instead of mourning, festive praise instead of despair” (Isa. 61:1, 3a).
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remember sitting in Mr. Clevenger’s US Government class. A number of students began asking several tangent questions. Of course you can’t just discuss US government policy for an entire period. There was one question regarding the role of the Holy Spirit in our voting, which led to further questions about the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives. I was fascinated as I heard Mr. Clevenger’s insight and I wanted to learn more about the third person in the Trinity that I could hardly say I knew. I met with him for a few minutes after class and he recommended a couple of great books to read about the work of the Holy Spirit in our daily lives. Since then, I have been enthralled with the work of the Holy Spirit in the believer’s life. Today, teaching others about living in the power of the Holy Spirit is one of my greatest passions. It is always amazing to see peoples’ lives change as they become sensitive to the Holy Spirit and experience firsthand the power of God at work to save, heal and deliver. My own life story is a testimony of the love of God which I now know and have experienced through the incredible power of His Holy Spirit (Eph. 3:16-19). On our senior class mission trip I learned more about the Holy Spirit as we worked with YWAM for the week in San Francisco doing prayer walking around different districts of the city. It was also here that I had a confirmation in my spirit that God wanted me to use my life to “pray, send, give and go” regarding missionary service.
I graduated from BIOLA University with a degree in Intercultural Studies and a Minor in Bible. Almost immediately following graduation I found myself teaching English as a Second Language to elementary students in Nepal and being an “auntie” in a children’s home there. I came back to the States after nine months, to visit family and friends and soon got a job with Alaska Airlines. I worked for the next seven months to save up, and then I was on another plane flying over to the Himalayans once again. But the second time I landed in Nepal I began a different work as an assistant to the mighty woman of God that runs the children’s home that I had previously helped with the year before. I also was given opportunities to teach in a Leadership Training School for Christian young adults who wanted to be lay leaders, pastors and church planters. As I taught students on topics such as transformation, sanctification, and inner healing,I was learning deep truths about God and what He loves to do. Every opportunity to teach provided me with another opportunity to learn more. It was an exhilarating experience. God would show me something new each night
as I prepared the following day’s lesson. He would give fresh insight and examples to share with the class based on the work the Holy Spirit was doing in my own heart. I was amazed to see that as I was teaching students about inner healing, God was doing a healing work in my own heart. He used that opportunity to lead me to a place where I now rejoice, and have received beauty in place of ashes and joyous blessing instead of despair. If you want to hear the whole story you can find me on Facebook! continued on page 15
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Tayet, Continued from page 14
Brianna (Candler) Lindsay was married in August 2009 and is living in College Place, Washington.
Since I came back from Nepal in December 2009, I have been reconnecting with family and friends, working part time and volunteering at my home church, International Christian Church, in Renton, Washington. My dream is to start cross-cultural missions training schools in developing nations around the world that would serve as a training ground to send out missionaries to plant churches among unreached people groups. And of course I want to teach in at least one of these schools…by the grace of God this story continues.C
Class of 2005 Josh Lute recently graduated with his Bachelor of Science degree from Boise State University. Chelsea Lackey and Matt Jung (Class of 2003) are engaged to be married. Rachael Baltazar is currently working on her last quarter at WWU and will receive a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services with a minor in Sociology at the end of August. She will be heading off to Kona, Hawaii for YWAM Discipleship Training School this September.
Class of 2006 Kim (Bevaart) McCool married Keith McCool from Chehalis, Washington in June 2007. They have a 2-year- old son, Carson James McCool. Kim graduated from Gene Juarez Academy in June 2007 and is working at SEVEN Salon in Bellevue. She expects to complete the advance training program in July or August to become a full time stylist. The couple resides in Buckley. Danny Aguillon married Karina Davis in August of 2009. Danny is a Chaplain Assistant with 1st Special Forces Group, currently stationed at Fort Lewis, and is near the end of his first deployment in Afghanistan. He has re-enlisted for another three years, and Karina is applying to start work on her Masters in Social Work. MegganJoy Trobaugh is engaged to Justin Goulet.
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Katina (Anderson) Jacobson married Seth Jacobson on December 3, 2006. They purchased a duplex and rent out one side, while preparing to buy another house and some land in Alaska, where they will eventually move. Katina is currently working on writing a gluten-free cookbook that she hopes to publish, “because I recently found out I am gluten intolerant and have found making up my own gluten-free recipes to be a lot of fun. I am also trying to raise awareness, since a large number of people have no idea they are intolerant, or what the consequences can be.”C
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Business Partner: Rainier Insurance, Inc. By Marlene Graham
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n 2001, my husband Chuck and I were given an opportunity that would be a blessing, and at some times would be a challenge. Rainier Insurance is a full service agency that sells auto, home, business and life insurance products. The former owner of Rainier Insurance, Inc. was selling the business and offered to sell it to us. We prayed about it, and felt God give us the nudge to purchase it. So, we embarked on a new territory for both our lives, as neither of us had ever managed a business before. The blessings have been wonderful and we know they are gifts from God. In the process of our day to day work we get to meet some really great people and help them with protecting their assets and families. Sometimes it can be a challenge, because no one wants to pay for insurance but they are required to carry it, so we try our best to understand their needs. We like to think of our agency as a God box, a place where we hope people can come in contact with His presence whether it is through the Christian radio station we listen to every day, or through the prayers; we hope that our clients feel the warmth of Jesus. At the end of the day, we know that we are not working for ourselves, and that God is the owner of this business. We know He put us here in this position to love on the community.
Another benefit to owning our own business is having the opportunity to support the programs in the community that we think make a difference. Above:The Graham family: Marlene, Gage, Faith and Chuck This is where our Business Partnership comes in with Cascade Christian Schools. We believe in the impact Cascade Christian Schools is making on the city, community and world. We became aware of Cascade Christian Schools back in 2002, when our son Gage was three and we were looking for childcare. We chose Cascade Christian (Frederickson campus) first and foremost because we wanted him to be taught from a biblical standpoint. Currently, both our son Gage, who is in 5th grade, and our daughter Faith, who is in “We believe in the impact Cascade Kindergarten, attend the Frederickson campus Christian Schools is making on the of Cascade Christian Schools. We love the fact that our children have the city, community, and world.” freedom to learn about God and speak freely about Him in a school setting. This is the most important aspect to our family in regards to any educational program. We believe Cascade Christian is preparing our children to be well rounded individuals who will lead this country with a Christ-like dynamic.C
If you’d like to support quality Christ-centered education, with God’s purpose in mind for our students, become a Cascade Christian Schools Business Partner, contact the District Office at 253-841-1776, or go online to www.cascadechristian.org, and click on Development/Business Partners.
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